Screengrab from Plaridel Municipal Hall

Kabataan Partylist calls for the release of Jhed Tamano and Jonila Castro, two scholars from Bulacan State University, who were arrested on September 2.

Their detention by armed military personnel, alleged mistreatment, and forced surrender have sparked outrage among activists and human rights advocates.

Jhed Tamano and Jonila Castro are known for their advocacy to protect Manila Bay and the affected fishermen and families due to ongoing reclamation projects in the area.

In a video shared by Kabataan Partylist, Jhed and Jonila narrated the harrowing experiences they endured at the hands of the military. The video serves as a poignant testimony to their ordeal and highlights the need for vigilance in protecting civil liberties and human rights.

Kabataan Partylist has called on concerned citizens to join a protest scheduled for September 21, which marks the 51st Anniversary of Martial Law Declaration. The demonstration aims to channel public outrage and demand justice for Jhed Tamano, Jonila Castro, and all those whose rights have been allegedly violated.